Crosby, MN vs Westbrook, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Westbrook is 25.7% cheaper than Crosby. With a cost index of 58 vs 73, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Westbrook to Crosby should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Crosby is $838/month compared to $621/month in Westbrook — a 35% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Westbrook is more affordable at $73,000 median vs $175,600.

Median household income in Crosby is $43,250 compared to $36,667 in Westbrook (+18%). The higher salaries in Crosby partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Crosby spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 20.3% in Westbrook.